Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palominas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palominas Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Palominas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palominas Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#953 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
61%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palominas Elementary School's ranking?
Palominas Elementary School is ranked #953 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Palominas Elementary School often compared to?
Palominas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmichael Elementary School, Coronado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Palominas Elementary School?
375 students attend Palominas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Palominas Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palominas Elementary School?
Palominas Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palominas Elementary School offer ?
Palominas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palominas Elementary School part of?
Palominas Elementary School is part of Palominas Elementary School District 49 (4180).
School Reviews
5 12/6/2011
Palominas school is the only school in the area were they teach a different language and has awesome education!!!It's a honor to be educated at this school!!!To me it's the best school around!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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